Grown Up Sloppy Joes

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these Grown Up Sloppy Joes, a sophisticated twist on the childhood classic. This recipe combines the richness of ground beef and pork with caramelized onions, red bell peppers, and a smoky, tangy sauce featuring Worcestershire, smoked paprika, and a touch of brown sugar. The bold, flavorful filling is served on buttery toasted brioche buns for a delightfully elevated experience. Customize with toppings like pickles, jalapeños, or shredded cheese for a personal touch. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, these artisan-style sandwiches are perfect for busy nights or casual gatherings, offering comfort food nostalgia with a gourmet flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
• 0.5 lb ground pork
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1.5 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp ground mustard
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 4 buns brioche buns
• 2 tbsp butter
• 0 n/a optional toppings (e.g., pickles, sliced jalapeños, shredded cheese)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and ground pork, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Push the meat to one side of the skillet and add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the other side. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Stir the meat and vegetables together, then add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and ground mustard. Cook for 1 minute to develop the flavors.

Step 5

Add the ketchup, beef broth, brown sugar, and red wine vinegar. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Season with salt and black pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the meat well.

Step 7

While the filling is simmering, butter the brioche buns and toast them in a separate skillet over medium heat until golden and crisp, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Spoon the sloppy joe mixture generously onto the bottom halves of the toasted brioche buns. Add optional toppings like pickles, jalapeños, or shredded cheese if desired, and place the top halves of the buns on top.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes such as sweet potato fries or a crisp salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1721.8 grams (1721.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3610

Total Fat 225.90g	290%
Saturated Fat 96.70g	484%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 791mg	264%
Sodium 6037mg	262%
Total Carbohydrate 219.90g	80%
Dietary Fiber 11.40g	41%
Total Sugars 91.60g
Protein 168.90g	338%

Vitamin D 33IU	163%
Calcium 420mg	32%
Iron 23mg	128%
Potassium 2525mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.7%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 24.5%